Team Lead (Substation Automation System & Cybersecurity)

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Role Overview:

As a Testing Team Lead / Test Engineer for Substation Automation Systems, you will be 

responsible for overseeing the testing of Substation Automation Systems across various voltage 

levels for both domestic and international applications. Your role will encompass multiple project 

phases, including understanding client requirements, interpreting project-specific documents, 

preparing RTU & HMI configurations based on approved documents, conducting testing, and 

facilitating customer inspections at the factory. Additionally, you will support the Project 

Management, Engineering, and Commissioning teams to ensure the smooth execution of 

projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the automation testing team (4-5 Testing Engineers), en-

suring effective collaboration and performance.

- Testing and Troubleshooting:  Lead the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of 

Substation Automation products and systems.

- Designing, implementing, and managing security measures to protect our SAS System 

applications, and data. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a passion for 

cybersecurity, and a commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats.

- Manage and optimize security tools like firewalls, Cybersecurity solutions, IDS/IPS, and 

endpoint protection systems.

- Client Requirements:  Analyze and interpret client requirements to ensure project alignment.

- System Architectures:  Possess a thorough understanding of different architectures, including 

RSTP, PRP, and HSR.

- Networking:  Configure and test Ethernet switches, routers, and firewalls.

- Communication Protocols:  Work with various communication types such as Ethernet, Fiber 

Optic, Serial (RS232/RS485), and PLCC.

- Substation Automation: Expertise in Substation Automation and Communication Protocols, 

including SNMP, SNTP, Modbus, IEC 60870-5-103, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101, and IEC 

60870-5-104.

- Technical Documentation: Read and interpret panel drawings/schematics and verify technical 

compliance for hardware/software systems.

- HMI Configuration: Prepare HMI configurations, including Single Line Diagrams (SLD), System 

Architecture, Bay Views, and Interlock Views.

- RTU Systems: Configure and test RTU systems (A8000) and Device Manager.

- System Integration: Test Substation Automation Systems and integrate them with various 

IEDs, meters, and devices.

- Customer Engagement: Manage Customer FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and ensure 

inspection compliance.

- Problem Solving: Employ critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills to address 

project challenges.

- Collaboration Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new solutions and 

technologies, driving innovation in product offerings.

- Conduct training sessions to improve employee awareness of cybersecurity practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

- 12- 15 years of experience in the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of Substation 

Automation products/systems and 

- Proficient in understanding and analyzing client requirements.

- Expertise in RSTP, PRP, and HSR architectures.

- Hands-on experience with configuring and testing Ethernet switches, routers, and firewalls. 

- Strong understanding of security frameworks, protocols, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, 

Firewalls, VPNs).

- Experience in Cybersecurity or related fields.

- Strong understanding of various communication protocols, including SNMP, SNTP, Modbus, 

IEC 60870-5-103, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-101, and IEC 60870-5-104.

- Ability to read and interpret panel drawings/schematics.

- Experience in preparing HMI configurations, including SLD, System Architecture, Bay Views, 

and Interlock Views.

- Hands-on experience with RTU systems (A8000) and Device Manager configuration and 

testing.

- Proven experience in the testing and integration of SAS systems with different types of 

IEDs/meters/devices.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a capacity to lead an automation testing team 

effectively.

- Strong critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to work well in a team, demonstrating agility, resilience, and sincerity.

- Enthusiasm for learning and expanding knowledge in new areas.

- Basic knowledge of Electrical Protection Systems is a plus.

- Willingness to collaborate on new solutions and technologies to drive innovation in product 

offerings.

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